Procurement / Contract Specialist

About the Organization

Surbana Jurong (SJ) is an international consulting group focused on urban development, infrastructure, and managed services. Based in Singapore, the organization brings together specialists who work on sustainable and high-impact solutions across the built environment.

Role Summary

This opportunity is for a qualified Procurement / Contract Specialist to support a proposed assignment in Uzbekistan. The position will contribute to procurement and contract management for civil works under projects funded by international development institutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activities for civil works in line with international procurement rules.
• Support contract administration while ensuring adherence to FIDIC and/or World Bank standards.
• Help prepare tender documentation, evaluate submissions, and support contract award processes.
• Track procurement progress and maintain transparency, efficiency, and compliance throughout the process.
• Liaise with technical teams, clients, and contractors on procurement-related matters.
• Assist with contract management tasks during the project delivery phase.
• Compile procurement reports, supporting documents, and other required submissions.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s qualification in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline is required, along with a professional procurement certification.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience is needed, including a minimum of 5 years in civil works procurement and contract management.
• Prior exposure to World Bank or comparable multilateral development bank-funded assignments is necessary, along with knowledge of procurement regulations and processes.
• Applicants should have worked on at least two comparable projects in a procurement or contract-focused capacity.
• Experience on regional projects in Central Asia will be considered an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC and/or World Bank procurement frameworks is expected.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken, are essential; ability in local languages is advantageous.

Additional Information

This is an expression of interest for a proposed assignment rather than an immediate confirmed placement. Recruitment is handled directly by the organization, and applications from agencies or unsolicited CVs will not be accepted. Candidates are expected to apply through the official careers portal.